Preface

This book is focused to bring together the latest findings in the field of nanotech-
nology in agriculture as an effective smart delivery system for crop improvement.
The chapters outlined provide a comprehensible and newer approach on both basic
and applied aspects of nanoparticles and nanomaterials for the controlled delivery
of pesticides and fertilizers and also provides new insights to improve safety of pro-
ducts while maintaining the efficiency of crop production and decreasing environ-
mental pollution. In addition, the topic covered in the chapters are of agricultural
interest which are described from the latest peer-reviewed literature as reported by
the broad International scientific audience. The following are the general overview
of the book:
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Compiles the recent advances in the field of nano-pesticides and nano-fertilizers for crop
improvement.
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Includes phytofabrication of nano-pesticides and their delivery system for greener
agriculture.
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Covers serious environmental consequences of using nanomaterials in agriculture field
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Involves regulatory requirements, biosafety, marketing strategy and commercial products
of nano-fertilizers and nano-pesticides available in world market.